America Leads Global Hiring Optimism for 2025: Driven by Booming IT Sector at 53%

53%

The latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey reveals that America is the most optimistic region for hiring in 2025, with a 29% Net Employment Outlook led by the IT sector at 53%. Global hiring remains steady at 25%, with India (40%), the United States (34%), and Mexico (32%) showing the strongest country-level hiring intentions.

56%

A new LinkedIn report reveals that only 56% of remote employees in the US received pay raises this year, compared to 59% of on-site and 64% of hybrid workers. While flexibility remains a priority, studies suggest remote workers risk pay cuts and missed promotions, highlighting the need for employers to balance productivity and presenteeism to retain talent.

58%

A General Assembly survey found that 58% of U.S. and U.K. vice presidents and directors have never attended AI training, with only 42% confident in using AI tools without risking company data. Without upskilling and clear AI policies, companies risk security breaches, privacy issues, and losing competitiveness, while leaders face pressure to prepare teams for an AI-driven future.

10%

A recent study found Deloitte paid H-1B visa accountants about 10% less than U.S. workers in similar roles, raising concerns over wage protections for foreign workers. Researchers suggest the visa system creates a power imbalance, limiting H-1B workers’ ability to negotiate pay, while Deloitte maintains compliance with immigration laws and competitive wages.

25%

Yahoo has downsized its cybersecurity division by 25% this year, cutting 40-50 roles and disbanding its red team, which simulated cyberattacks. The company is transitioning offensive security operations to an outsourced model as part of broader layoffs and restructuring to boost profitability and focus on growth areas.